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September 10, 2025Open Access

Enhancing high school students’ understanding and attitude towards quantum mechanics through discipline-culture framework and cognitive apprenticeship

Key Points

Increased knowledge of quantum mechanics and technology concepts following the program completion.
Results highlight enhanced attitudes towards quantum mechanics among participating students after the internship.
A mixed-methods approach using validated inventories and journal entries was employed for data collection.
Implications point to potential for global adoption of school-led quantum outreach initiatives.

Abstract

Abstract Background Introducing advanced quantum mechanics (QM) and quantum technology (QT) concepts to high school students is a global priority aimed at developing a quantum-literate workforce for the growing QT industry. However, high school-initiated QT outreach programs embedded in sustainable, school-led activities remain rare, with most researcher-led programs treating classroom integration as an afterthought. This study addresses this gap by reporting findings from a school-initiated, fully online quantum education STEM Grades 9–11) from a STEM-focused Philippine high school participated. Results and Conclusion Results indicate increased knowledge of QM and QT concepts and improved attitudes towards QM among students following completion of the quantum education SRIP. Findings highlight the program’s positive educational impact and its novelty as the first school-initiated, fully online quantum outreach initiative in the Philippines, with potential for global adoption.

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